Estimate total gravel cost from volume with waste factor. Price by cubic meter or tonne with an itemized cost breakdown table.
Part of the Landscaping & Site Work calculators — see all tools in this category.
This calculator estimates total gravel cost from volume, with support for per-m³ or per-tonne pricing modes and an itemized breakdown.
Per m³ formula: Total Cost = (Volume + Waste Volume) × Price per m³
Per tonne formula: Total Cost = (Volume + Waste Volume) × Density × Price per tonne
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Total gravel volume in cubic meters
Cost per cubic meter of material
Add 10–15% for spillage and uneven surfaces
11 m³ total with waste
Includes 10% waste
1.8 t/m³ density
| Line Item | Qty | Unit | Rate | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Material | 10 | m³ | $800.00 | |
| Waste (10%) | 1 | m³ | $80.00 | |
| Contingency (0%) | $0.00 | |||
| Total | $880.00 |